Introduction
Use this guide to replace the battery in your Dell G15-5510 Gaming Laptop.
For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% before disassembling your device. This reduces the risk of fire if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.
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Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the back cover.
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Two 8 mm screws
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Two 5.8 mm screws
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Loosen the four captive screws.
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Insert an opening pick between the bottom-left corner of the back cover and the chassis.
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Pry upward to release clips holding the cover in place.
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Insert your opening pick again between the bottom-right corner of the back cover and the chassis.
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Pry up to release the remaining clips securing the back cover.
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Use the flat end of a spudger to push the battery connector's square tab away from the socket and disconnect it.
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Pull the battery towards the top of the laptop to separate it from its plastic shell.
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Remove the battery.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
For optimal performance, calibrate your newly installed battery after completing this guide.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
One comment
needs extra slide about removing battery ribbon cable from the battery itself and attaching it to the replacement. After some research I found you're supposed to pry it upwards and NOT pull it outwards
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